Imperial Cultivation

Chapter 691: Chapter 687: Demon Crystal

Once the Moon Silkworm Frost Robe recognized its master, he immediately felt a sense of blending together.

It seemed as if the Moon Silkworm Frost Robe had merged entirely with him, becoming a part of himself.

It was no longer clothing, but his own arm, his own skin, his own hair.

He closed his eyes, and after a moment, opened them again, gaining a clear understanding of the Moon Silkworm Frost Robe.

He finally comprehended the mysterious qualities of the Moon Silkworm Frost Robe.

According to his analysis, it was not merely a defensive treasure cloth, but akin to a past life exoskeleton, an intelligent exoskeleton.

It not only provided defense but also assisted in action.

With a thought, his body swiftly floated forward, as if propelled by an invisible force.

This was the Moon Silkworm Frost Robe carrying him in flight, slightly slower than when he utilized Qinggong.

He tried to use Qinggong, and with the assistance of the Moon Silkworm Frost Robe, the speed suddenly increased by almost one-third.

He left Spiritual Abyss Peak, returned to his own courtyard in the Prince Mansion, and tried flying within the courtyard like a shadow gliding silently.

He even closed his eyes, letting the Moon Silkworm Frost Robe carry him in flight.

With closed eyes, he suddenly smiled.

The Moon Silkworm Frost Robe was strikingly similar to the suit of Iron Man from movies he had seen in his past life.

Currently, the Moon Silkworm Frost Robe was in its weakest state, its power feeble.

Yet due to its unique material, even in a weakened state, it couldn’t be broken by a blow at the Entering Spirit Level.

But the power was weak, providing little assistance, resulting in a slow flying speed.

Its power was in a dormant phase, and if all its power were to be activated, it would require a special object — a Demon Crystal.

Demon Crystal...

Chu Zhiyuan furrowed his brow in deep thought.

In the Little Outer Heaven and certain Secret Lands, Demon Beasts possessed Demon Crystals.

However, in Outer Heaven, Demon Beasts do not have Demon Crystals; it is the Demon Clan that possesses them.

The mortal enemies of humans, the main target in battles on the Outer Realm Battlefield is the Demon Clan.

Obtaining a Demon Crystal is extremely difficult.

Because, before dying, the Demon Clan would shatter the Demon Crystal, thereby dramatically increasing their power, delivering a final desperate blow.

Countless Spirit Guards have died from the desperate blow caused by the explosive Demon Crystal, difficult to defend against.

Only with a fatal strike or a sneak attack is there a chance to obtain a Demon Crystal.

Whether it’s the Demon Clan or the Demon Clan, their cultivation stages are divided the same as humans, into Four Realms and Thirty-Six Transitions.

The quality of a Demon Crystal is based on its Cultivation Realm.

Getting a Demon Crystal is extremely difficult and rarely circulates within the Court.

However, this cannot defeat him.

”Aunt.” He called out loudly.

”Your Highness, it’s not early anymore, time to rest.”

You Lan emerged from the west wing, her hair draping down, shiny black and luminous, her apricot eyes and peach cheeks, adding a certain allure.

”Auntie, help me get some Demon Crystals.”

”Demon Crystals?”

”Yes, the more the better, and the higher the quality, the better.”

”Alright.” You Lan agreed readily without asking why: ”Your Highness, go back and get some rest.”

Chu Zhiyuan nodded with a smile, returned to his bedroom, sat on his bed, and began cultivating the Infinite Brightness Scripture.

While visualizing the Great Bright Peak, he simultaneously pondered the Light Ode.

He faintly felt that there was something extraordinary about the Light Ode, otherwise, it wouldn’t be so difficult to transcribe.

He originally suspected that the aura emitted by the Light Ode was coming from the Karma Stone Wall.

After all, the material of the Karma Stone Wall was peculiar.

It was the combined effect of the Karma Stone Wall with the Light Ode that caused that strange aura to disperse.

But with the failed attempts of transcribing, he realized that the essence of this power was not the Karma Stone Wall, but the Light Ode itself.

Capable of preventing him from transcribing it, the Light Ode inherently contained an unusual power.

Similar to when he was in the Little Outer Heaven transcribing Phoenix Script, he now knew that Phoenix Script was actually Divine Language.

The words of the Light Ode were not Divine Language, yet they possessed the charm of Divine Language, definitely having something extraordinary.

He decided to uncover the mystery within it.

If he could figure it out, he wouldn’t need to remain at the True Martial Institute forever.

Even if he left True Martial Institute, he would still be able to accelerate his cultivation.

——

The next morning, upon arriving at the True Martial Institute, he found that the Third Prince Chu Liyang was already seated in his usual spot, motionless, with his eyes closed in cultivation.

Chu Zhiyuan chuckled.

Once again, Chu Liyang had beaten him to it.

This time, he had already woken up as early as possible, timing it just as the sun rose to enter the Great Bright Peak.

Chu Liyang had evidently been even earlier.

”Third Brother is really early.” Chu Zhiyuan muttered, sitting as far as possible from him.

Chu Liyang, with closed eyes, said softly, ”I can’t possibly be later than you, Ninth Brother, given I have less talent and must rely on diligence to make up for it.”

”Third Brother’s natural talent isn’t bad.”

”It’s not bad compared to eldest brother and second brother, but far behind you.”

”If Third Brother wants to compare with me, you’ll have a hard time, as I will keep pursuing and eventually surpass you, Third Brother.”

”Let’s see when you can surpass me then!”

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and closed his eyes, ready to begin cultivating.

Footsteps echoed as the Eldest Prince and Second Prince arrived together.

Second Prince Chu Lixuan greeted with a smile: ”Third Brother, Ninth Brother, still so early.”

Chu Zhiyuan responded with a nod, unwilling to exchange pleasantries, intending to continue with cultivation.

Yet, Chu Lixuan didn’t stop talking, continuing: ”Ninth Brother, have you heard the news? The envoy from the Yuanzhen Dynasty has arrived in the capital, Father may hold a welcome banquet tonight.”

Chu Zhiyuan frowned.

What he lacked most now was a channel for information.

Unpopular, disliked by both humans and ghosts, resulting in poor relationships, almost no supporters, and virtually no competent staff outside the mansion.

This was very disadvantageous.

He knew from past lives that intelligence was key, lack of intelligence was a major error.

Chu Lixuan added, chuckling: ”Ninth Brother, perhaps a challenge will be laid during the banquet tonight.”

Chu Zhiyuan pondered: ”Then I won’t attend the banquet.”

He felt unprepared yet, without activating the full power of the Moon Silkworm Frost Robe, its defensive abilities weren’t sufficient.

Delay for two more days, acquire more Demon Crystals, enhance the Moon Silkworm Frost Robe, increase defensive power significantly, ensuring no danger.

He didn’t feel the Twelfth Princess’ warning was baseless, just as he had alerted her before about the Demon Clan’s conspiracy, it’s best to prioritize it.

”What if Father gives the order?”

”I’d say I’ve been injured while training, unable to walk, surely they wouldn’t carry me to join the banquet, right?”

”...That’s a good idea too.” Chu Lixuan laughed: ”But you can only dodge for a while.”

Chu Zhiyuan grunted: ”Why should I let them challenge me whenever they want? When and where to battle shall be my decision, not theirs!”

”Well said, Ninth Brother, that’s the spirit!” Chu Lixuan praised, clapping his hands.

He looked toward the Eldest Prince: ”Eldest Brother, what’s your take on Ninth Brother’s approach?”

Chu Liechu replied slowly: ”No problem!...I will first test their abilities.”

The Yuanzhen Dynasty is treating the Jade Dynasty poorly, how can we let them run rampant?

If this time we can severely curb their arrogance, the prestige of the Jade Dynasty would surely rise.

While unable to rival the Phoenix Dynasty, we mustn’t lose to the Yuanzhen Dynasty.

Otherwise, our citizens would be dissatisfied and blame the Court’s incompetence.

——

During a lunchtime chat with Chu Honglin at Qingfeng Cliff, Chu Zhiyuan brought up his need for Demon Crystals.

Chu Honglin frowned.

”Uncle Fifteen, are Demon Crystals very hard to obtain? Difficult for others, shouldn’t be as difficult for us, right?”

”They’re difficult even for us.” Chu Honglin shook his head: ”Virtually all Demon Clan members will break their Demon Crystals before dying, making Demon Crystals incredibly rare, even if they do appear, they’ll scramble to get them back.”

”Is there some secret contained within Demon Crystals?”